Good News In Essex County: Urban Explorer|Big Robot|Mud Ball

ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — The world can be a scary place. But it’s also filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Let’s focus on that second part. Take a look at some recent good news stories in Essex County below. (Click the headlines to read).

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Poetry Amid Decay: NJ Photographer Explores Abandoned Railway

Wheeler Antabanez offers a rare glimpse into a strange, post-industrial landscape: the Newark Branch of the Erie Railroad.

Millburn Mud Ball Raises $50K For Ida-Torn Businesses (PHOTOS)

Proceeds from the runway fashion show went toward businesses in Millburn who were damaged from Hurricane Ida flooding.

Montclair Library Chosen For 'Access Navigator' Program

The library is one of 12 in NJ selected for the program. Trainers will be offering the public help with job hunts, computer skills and more.

West Orange Cheerleaders Offer Encouragement To Younger Peers

West Orange High School varsity cheerleaders joined their younger counterparts for a special performance.

Nutley Police Don Pink Badges For Breast Cancer Awareness

Have you seen a Nutley police officer wearing a pink badge or ribbon? Here's why, officials say.

NJIT Professor Helps Bring 6-Foot Humanoid Robot To Life

TOCABI owes part of its existence to Mathew Schwartz, an assistant professor at New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark.

'Soup For Seniors' Drive Benefits NJ Food Pantry

The Essex County Retirees Education Association held a food drive for the Holy Trinity-West Orange Food Pantry.

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